What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sitework Designer position at Apex Systems?
Job#: 3047944
Job Description:
Sitework Designer II / III (Substation Projects)
Location: Alabama or Mississippi (Must reside within service territory)
Travel: Approximately 25% to project sites and Birmingham office meetings
Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flexible, with periodic onsite requirements
Pay Rate: Up to $40/hr (Level II) | Up to $44.50/hr (Level III)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Sitework Designer II or III to support the design and development of electrical substation projects across Alabama and Mississippi. This role is ideal for a designer with strong experience in Civil 3D, site grading, and stormwater/drainage design who enjoys collaborating with engineering teams and traveling to project sites throughout the region.
The selected candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed sitework design packages, developing grading and drainage plans, creating 3D models, and supporting engineering teams through project development and execution.
Because this position involves frequent travel to substations and in-person meetings, candidates must live within Alabama or Mississippi.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Civil 3D designer who has hands-on experience developing grading and stormwater designs, enjoys working on critical energy infrastructure projects, and is comfortable traveling throughout the region to support substation site development activities.
Must-Haves:
Civil 3D expertise
5-10 years of drafting/design experience
Grading design experience
Stormwater/drainage design experience
Alabama or Mississippi residency
Ability to travel to sites and Birmingham meetings as needed
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.
UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.
Job Description:
Sitework Designer II / III (Substation Projects)
Location: Alabama or Mississippi (Must reside within service territory)
Travel: Approximately 25% to project sites and Birmingham office meetings
Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flexible, with periodic onsite requirements
Pay Rate: Up to $40/hr (Level II) | Up to $44.50/hr (Level III)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Sitework Designer II or III to support the design and development of electrical substation projects across Alabama and Mississippi. This role is ideal for a designer with strong experience in Civil 3D, site grading, and stormwater/drainage design who enjoys collaborating with engineering teams and traveling to project sites throughout the region.
The selected candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed sitework design packages, developing grading and drainage plans, creating 3D models, and supporting engineering teams through project development and execution.
Because this position involves frequent travel to substations and in-person meetings, candidates must live within Alabama or Mississippi.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed sitework design packages for utility and substation projects
- Create and maintain Civil 3D models, design drawings, and construction documents
- Prepare site grading plans, stormwater management designs, drainage layouts, and erosion control plans
- Support site development activities from conceptual design through construction
- Coordinate with civil engineers, project managers, contractors, and external vendors
- Review vendor drawings and engineering deliverables for accuracy and constructability
- Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with project cost estimating
- Conduct site visits and field investigations as required
- Ensure designs meet applicable local, state, and environmental regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of drafting/design experience in civil, site development, utility, or related projects
- Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
- Demonstrated experience preparing:
- Site grading plans
- Stormwater/drainage designs
- Earthwork and site development drawings
- Experience producing construction drawings and 3D design models
- Strong understanding of civil/site design principles and industry standards
- Ability to travel to project sites and attend meetings in Birmingham as needed
- Must currently reside within Alabama or Mississippi
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree, Associate's degree, or equivalent design/drafting education
- Utility, power delivery, transmission, distribution, or substation project experience
- Familiarity with environmental and permitting requirements, including ADEM, MDEQ, and other regional regulatory agencies
- Experience supporting large infrastructure, industrial, or energy projects
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Civil 3D designer who has hands-on experience developing grading and stormwater designs, enjoys working on critical energy infrastructure projects, and is comfortable traveling throughout the region to support substation site development activities.
Must-Haves:
Civil 3D expertise
5-10 years of drafting/design experience
Grading design experience
Stormwater/drainage design experience
Alabama or Mississippi residency
Ability to travel to sites and Birmingham meetings as needed
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.
UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.
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